Management
Outdoor spring maintenance tips
The end of winter heralds a sense of renewal, so now is the time for owners and property managers to focus on outdoor spring maintenance projects.
GTA apartment values continue to rise
The Toronto area saw 137 apartment deals completed in 2013, and high GTA apartment values and transactions are expected to continue through 2014.
Grappling with mental health in condos
Mental health in condos must be navigated thoughtfully. Corporations have a duty to uphold rules, but above that, to accommodate individuals.
How to protect property from water damage
Property owners and managers can take steps to protect property from water damage by simply walking around their building during and after rainstorms.
Reviewing last year’s multi-residential market
Last year was good for landlords in the multi-residential market due low Canadian interest rates. And 2014 may bring more of the same.
Preparing for medical emergencies
Property managers should have thorough procedures in place in order to effectively deal with any medical emergencies that may happen on site.
Tips for an agreement of purchase and sale
Chris Seepe of Aztech Realty offers some advice for clauses that buyers and sellers should include in an agreement of purchase and sale.
Road salt usage causing problems in Ontario
Property managers are using large amounts of road salt this winter. But overuse is taking its toll on their' pocketbooks and the environment.
How to keep apartment turnover times tight
Creating a plan can help landlords cut the time spent fixing up a unit, and the costs that come with a vacancy, when dealing with an apartment turnover.
Eliminating odour problems in condos
New strategies and innovative technologies have made eliminating odour problems in condos easier than ever.
How to determine apartment market value
When determining an apartment's market value, buyers and sellers throw around cap rates leading to unrealistic expectations and undervalued property.
Ditching student ghettos for luxury living
Canadian developers are learning that behind many young adults living in so-called 'student ghettos' are parents willing to pay for higher-end housing.
How to start networking like a pro
Networking means more than collecting piles of business cards; it is all about building strategic relationships.
Tips on revitalizing condo landscapes
Using long-term planning and designing condo landscapes that emphasize user enjoyment can lead to increased property values.
Toronto ice storm pelts residential managers
The Toronto ice storm this past December left many properties without power for days, leaving tenants and building systems vulnerable to the cold.
FRPO hands out Ontario rental housing awards
The Federation of Rental-Housing Providers of Ontario has announced the winners of its 2013 Marketing, Achievement and Construction Awards.
The benefits of electronic payment processing
With more Canadians spending time online, it is surprising that more landlords are not ditching cheques for electronic payment processing.



